The Fort Lauderdale Branch of National League of American Pen Women shares a Call for Artists for a juried exhibition of all media. The event takes place at the Herb Skolnick Community Center in Pompano Beach, FL. The public is invited to an Awards Luncheon on Friday, February 15th. The Rickie Report shares the details and urges the artists to apply – and art patrons to visit the exhibit, which opens February 6th through March 6th 2019. This Call for entries is open to non- member as well as members!

NATIONAL LEAGUE OF AMERICAN PEN WOMEN FORT LAUDERDALE BRANCH

ANNOUNCE:

CALL FOR ALL MEDIA

JURIED EXHIBITION

Exhibit Available February 6 – March 6, 2019

Herb Skolnick Community Center

800 SW 36th Avenue Pompano Beach, FL 33069

954-786-4590

1st prize 2018 “Mocha, A Cats Life”, by MaryAnn Mullet

Entry Deadline:Thursday, January 31st

Cost:$20Member/Patrons$30Non- Members (2 pieces)

Delivery Date:Wednesday, February 6th, 11:30-12:30

Pickup Date:Wednesday, March 6th, 11:30-12:30

Judge:Beth Ravitz

Ribbons & Cash Prizes:

1ST 2ND, 3RD & Honorable Mentions

Monetary awards:A major entry portion of the proceeds will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd places.

AWARDS LUNCHEON:

Friday, February 15, 2018

11:30 AM

Demonstration by Jewelry Artists:

Lee Tatem and Marlene Hammel

About the National League of American Pen Women:

Since its founding in 1897 by Marian Longfellow O’Donoghue, Henry Longfellow’s niece, the League seeks to create progression and advancement in visual arts, literary work, and musical composition. As the oldest and largest women’s arts organization, members share their creativity in a number of ways, including workshops, exhibitions, discussion groups, performances, demonstrations and lectures, fostering networking and friendships among members, while maintaining a high, broad standard of work, effort and strength that comes from the union. Each year the Fort Lauderdale Branch awards three $1,000 scholarships to a high school senior woman who has been accepted and enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college, university or technical school.

The public is invited to hear composer, Sheila Firestone present The Journey to Creating the Musical, “Miriam and the Women of the Desert” on Saturday, January 26 at the TeaLicious Tea House in Delray Beach, FL. An active member of the Boca Raton Branch National League of American Pen Women, Sheila will share anecdotes about her visits to Israel, the twenty-two year span in creating this musical, plus the Biblical Miriam and the women who surrounded her. Sheila’s full staged musical premieres on February 24. The Rickie Report shares the details and urges everyone to RSVP! The National League Of American Pen Women is a valuable organization for women artists, authors, composers, creators, and musicians to network. These events are open to the public.

Boca Raton Branch, National League Of American Pen Women

Presents:

The Journey to Creating the Musical:

“Miriam and the Women of the Desert”

Hear Music From a New Musical and The Story of its Creation!

Sheila Firestone – Music Composer

Saturday, January 26, 2019

2:00 – 5:00 p.m

Reserve by January 18, 2019 :

TeaLicious Tea House

4995 W. Atlantic Avenue Delray Beach, FL 33445

561/638-5155

Join the Boca Raton Pen Women for a delightful afternoon, featuring a preview of some of the music from “Miriam and the Women of the Desert” and a delicious tea luncheon.Composer and Pen Woman, Sheila Firestone will present “The Journey to Creating the Musical, Miriam and the Women of the Desert.” Sheila will share anecdotes about her visits to Israel and the sights, sounds and visions that inspired her compositions. Her musical accomplishment, which took over twenty-two years to complete, is a fascinating story about Sheila, as well as the Biblical Miriam and the women who surrounded her.

Sheila Firestone

Sheila is a prolific musician whose orchestral works have been performed at venues in the U.S. and internationally. She served as the Music Chair of the Boca Raton NLAPW since 2003, and was Branch President from 2014 to 2018.

The fully staged production of Sheila’s new musical, with a cast of talented singers:

“Miriam and the Women of the Desert”

Sunday, February 24, 20194:00 – 5:15 pm

A spiritual musical journey that speaks to the Exodus through the eyes of Miriam the Prophetess. Stories are drawn from Torah and from midrash. Miriam, the keeper of the well, the voice of the women, along with her brothers Aaron and Moses, leads the journey. Explores family relationships of mothers raising strong women, father’s influence, meaningful love relationships, offspring and generational heritage. As we wander through the desert searching for meaning, the cast of seven beautifully trained voices tells the stories of Miriam, Zipporah, Yocheved and significant others. Featuring Cantor David Presler as the Pharaoh. Book, lyrics and music by composer Sheila Firestone.

About The National League of American Pen Women:

The Boca Raton Branch of the National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW) is an organization of professional women in the arts – writers, artists and music composers. Established 43 years ago, the Boca Raton Branch is one of the largest branches in the country.

Members have opportunities to interact with other professional women and showcase their creative work in public forums. Workshops, art exhibits, lectures, music programs, competitions and special events are offered. The Branch supports the local community through outreach programs and scholarships awards.

The National League, headquartered in Washington, D.C, is the oldest women’s organization in the U.S. Throughout its 120-year-history, the NLAPW has attracted many prominent women to its rosters, including Eleanor Roosevelt, Pearl Buck, Erma Bombeck and Edna Hibel. Vinnie Ream, whose statue of President Lincoln stands in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, was an early member of the NLAPW.

From October to April, the Boca Raton Branch holds luncheon programs, featuring interesting and inspiring speakers. Guests are welcome to attend the luncheons and meet our creative members. To register for a luncheon, visit our Web site and download a reservation form.

National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW), Ft. Lauderdale Branch presents “Another Mini Masterpiece Abstract Workshop” by award winning artist, Lois Perdue. Learn how to create your own vibrant, bold abstracts at ArtServe on Friday, January 25, 2019. Expect to bring home at least a half dozen small artworks! In addition, you’ll be networking with other artists, which we know is beneficial to the creative process! The Rickie Report shares the details and some sneak peeks of Lois’ artistry. We urge you to register now, as her classes are usually sold out!

National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW), Fort Lauderdale Branch

Presents

“Another Mini Masterpiece Abstract Workshop”

by Lois Perdue:

10 am to 2 pm

Friday January 25, 2019

At

ArtServe

1350 E. Sunrise Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale 33304

Limited Class size!

Please register before Friday, January 18th

About Pen Women

Pen Women is the oldest multi-discipline arts organization for women in the US. With 135 branches throughout the country, it is a community of professional artists, writers, poets, composers and arrangers who believe in the power of words, art and music to illuminate the human experience. The national organization has more than 5,000 members; the Ft. Lauderdale branch has 50 members and affiliated Friends. The funds raised from luncheons and workshops throughout the year go toward music, art and letters scholarships for Broward College young women annually.

“Pink Amoeba” by Lois Perdue

About the Workshop

Lois Perdue tells The Rickie Report, “This class is even for those artists who have never attempted to paint in an abstract style before. With my guidance and the easy-to-explore, non-intimidating mini-format, even those who have only worked in a realistic style can paint an abstract painting! For those who have taken my mini-abstract workshops before and want to explore larger formats, please “go for it” in this workshop.

Expect to go home with at least ½ dozen 5 x 7 mini abstract paintings-ready to frame!! But this class though isn’t just about abstract painting:

“It’s about learning texturing techniques, building layers of glazes and paints to create dimensions and how to use your own failed paintings as collage to make your paintings sizzle!

“My Blue Heaven” by Lois Perdue

About Lois Perdue

Lois has lived in South Florida her entire life and teaches abstract workshops upon request throughout the area. She is very active in the art community and is a member of the National League of American Pen Women, Fort Lauderdale Branch, Plantation, Weston, Broward and Coral Springs Art Guilds, Florida Watercolor Society and International Society of Experimental Artists, XII Voices, an informal group of 12 professional water media artists who meet monthly to exchange current art information and offer critiques and evaluations from their peers.

Lois is an award-winning artist who has won at the national, state and local levels and exhibits regularly throughout the South Florida area.

The Fort Lauderdale Branch of National League of American Pen Women shares a Call for Artists for a juried exhibition of all media. The event takes place at the Herb Skolnick Community Center in Pompano Beach, FL. The public is invited to an Awards Luncheon on Friday, February 9th. The Rickie Report shares the details and urges all artists to apply – and art patrons to visit the exhibit, which is open February 7th through March 7th 2018. Open to Non-Members. Artist Deadline: January 31!

PUBLIC IS INVITED TO THE EXHIBITION:

Exhibit runs February 7 through March 7, 2018

Demonstration by Fiber Artist- Gin Blische

About the National League of American Pen Women:

Since its founding in 1897 by Marian Longfellow O’Donoghue, Henry Longfellow’s niece, the League seeks to create progression and advancement in visual arts, literary work, and musical composition. As the oldest and largest women’s arts organization, members share their creativity in a number of ways, including workshops, exhibitions, discussion groups, performances, demonstrations and lectures, fostering networking and friendships among members, while maintaining a high, broad standard of work, effort and strength that comes from the union. Each year the Fort Lauderdale Branch awards three $1,000 scholarships to a high school senior woman who has been accepted and enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college, university or technical school.

Pardon the inconvenience (Irma), as The Rickie Report shares NEW dates of Exhibits, Gallery presentations and Calls for art. Many artists have experienced losses of supplies, studios, and artwork due to Irma. As these artists’ basic needs are being taken care of by other agencies, we would like to suggest other ways to help: Support the local art scene by showing up for events, by talking to the artists, and by purchasing their art.

The Boca Raton Branch National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW) is hosting its annual membership luncheon at the beautiful Westchester Country Club on October 19, 2017. We’ll be kicking off our new 2017-2018 season of programs and special events. The community is invited to learn how the Boca Raton Pen Women can enrich lives with art, music, books, poetry, drama, etc. If you are a published writer, artist, composer or lover of the arts, you’ll find one-of-a-kind events and programs, and warm and welcoming new friends. There are different levels of membership to suit your needs. The Rickie Report shares the details and urges you to make reservations for this networking opportunity!

You’re Invited to Our October Membership Luncheon

Thursday, October 19, 2017

12:00 Noon

Buffet Lunch

Westchester Country Club

12250 Westchester Country Dr. Boynton Beach, FL 33437

The Boca Raton Branch National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW) is hosting its annual membership luncheon at the beautiful Westchester Country Club on October 19, 2017. We’ll be kicking off our new 2017-2018 season of programs and special events. We invite the community to join us and learn how the Boca Raton Pen Women can enrich lives with art, music, books, poetry, drama, etc. If you are a published writer, artist, composer or lover of the arts, you’ll find one-of-a-kind events and programs, and warm and welcoming new friends. There are different levels of membership to suit your needs.

Opportunities to showcase your artistic creations in the public arena are arranged by our Art, Letters and Music Committees. You’ll have a chance to network with our creative members and expand your reach in the local community. You can participate in our sponsored special events, contests that interest and inspire you, and national webinars that offer valuable information. This once-a-year membership event will feature an exciting Silent Auction. You can bid on unique member artwork, authors’ books, gift baskets, theater tickets, and more.

CASH OR CHECKS ONLY for items purchased at the luncheon Donation forms available

Enjoy a full-day festival for everyone in your family – Children and Adults. The Boca Raton Branch National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW), professional artists, writers, and composers, will share their expertise in workshops, activities, discussions, and exhibits that will inspire and entertain you. This all day festival, takes place on Saturday, March 4th. The Rickie Report shares the details and urges you to mark your calendars for a terrific, stimulating day!

Free Spring Family Festival

Open To the Public

Saturday, March 4, 2017

9 am – 3:30 pm

Center for Spiritual Living

2 SW 12th Avenue Boca Raton, FL 33486

Enjoy a full-day festival for everyone in your family – Children and Adults. The Boca Raton Branch National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW), professional artists, writers, and composers, will share their expertise in workshops, activities, discussions, and exhibits that will inspire and entertain you. This all day festival, takes place on Saturday, march 4th at the Center for Spiritual Living in Boca Raton FL. from 9 am to 3;30 pm.

Festival Events

For Children

Participate in a musical story – The Peace Patch – composed by Sheila Firestone

The Fort Lauderdale Branch of National League of American Pen Women share a Call for Artists for a juried exhibition of all media. The event takes place at the Herb Skolnick Community Center in Pompano Beach, FL. The public is invited to an Awards Luncheon on Friday, February 10th. The juror, Lark Keeler, currently serves on the faculty of the NSU Art Museum in Fort Lauderdale. The Rickie Report shares the details and urges the artists to apply – and art patrons to visit the exhibit, which is open February 1st through March 1st.

CALL FOR ALL MEDIA, JURIED EXHIBITION

PUBLIC IS INVITED TO THE EXHIBITION:

February 1 through March 1, 2017

AWARDS LUNCHEON:

Friday, February 10, 2017

11:30 AM

Reservations necessary

Herb Skolnick Community Center

954-786-4590

800 SW 36th Avenue Pompano Beach, FL 33069

About the National League of American Pen Women:

Since its founding in 1897 by Marian Longfellow O’Donoghue, Henry Longfellow’s niece, the League seeks to create progression and advancement in visual arts, literary work, and musical composition. As the oldest and largest women’s arts organization, members share their creativity in a number of ways, including workshops, exhibitions, discussion groups, performances, demonstrations and lectures, fostering networking and friendships among members, while maintaining a high, broad standard of work, effort and strength that comes from the union. Each year the Fort Lauderdale Branch awards three $1,000 scholarships to a high school senior woman who has been accepted and enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college, university or technical school.

The Boca Raton Branch National League of American Pen Women will feature John Bowen at the November 17th Luncheon and Speaker Program. Meet John Bowen, award-winning watercolorist, illustrator, and writer. John will share the story of his military experience in Vietnam that led him to write and illustrate “Eleven Months and Nineteen Days”, which won a silver medal. John’s realistic expressionism paintings capture Florida’s landscapes, seascapes, and everyday life. His art is a best seller at Vizcaya in Miami. The Rickie Report shares the details and urges you to sign up now! Pen Women is a prime example of positive networking organization. You can attend this event as a guest.

BOCA RATON BRANCH

National League of American Pen Women

Meet Award-Winning Artist, John Bowen

Thursday, November 17, 2016 11:30 A.M.

Delray Beach Golf Club

2200 Highland Ave. Delray Beach, FL

561/243-7385 for Directions

Meet John Bowen, award-winning watercolorist, illustrator, and writer. John will share the story of his military experience in Vietnam that led him to write and illustrate Eleven Months and Nineteen Days, which won a silver medal. John’s realistic expressionism paintings capture Florida’s landscapes, seascapes, and everyday life.

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About National League of American Pen Women:

The Boca Raton Branch of the National League of American Pen Women is a prestigious organization of professional women in the Arts – Published Writers, Authors, Poets, Musical Composers and Award winning Artists. The Boca Raton branch is one of the largest in the country and celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2015.

NLAPW’s corporate headquarters is based in Washington, D.C. oversees branches all over the United States. The League boasts membership of such prominent ladies as Eleanor Roosevelt, Erma Bombeck, and Edna Hibel. Vinnie Ream, the only woman to sculpt President Lincoln from life, was an early member of NLAPW. Her statue of Lincoln now stands in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda.

As a qualified member of Art, Letters or Music, each member is exposed to participation in Art Exhibits, Book Talks and various workshops. On the third Thursday of the month – from November to May – luncheons are held with interesting, informative speakers featuring the three Muses ~ Art – Literature – Music!

The Boca Raton Branch National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW) kicks off its 2016/2017 season with an Annual Membership luncheon at the Delray Beach Golf Club on October 20, 2016. You are invited to attend and learn how Boca Raton Pen Women enriches lives with art, music, books, poetry, drama, and much more. If you are a published writer, artist, composer or lover of the arts, you’ll find one-of-a-kind events and programs plus warm and welcoming new friends. Everyone will enjoy the special Silent Auction! The Rickie Report shares the details and urges you to investigate this wonderful networking organization!

Boca Raton Branch National League of American Pen Women

A Not-to-be-Missed Membership Luncheon

Thursday, October 20, 2016

11:30 A.M.

Deadline for receipt of checks:

October 12, 2016

Delray Beach Golf Club

2200 Highland Ave. Delray Beach, FL 33445

561/243-7385 for Directions

The Boca Raton Branch National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW) is hosting its annual membership luncheon at the Delray Beach Golf Club on October 20, 2016. This is the kick off their new 2016-2017 season of programs and special events. The community is invited to attend and learn how the Boca Raton Pen Women can enrich lives with art, music, books, poetry, drama, and much more. If you are a published writer, artist, composer or lover of the arts, you’ll find one-of-a-kind events and programs, and warm and welcoming new friends. The Rickie Report shares the details and urges you to investigate this wonderful networking organization!

“Evening Out” by Bea Doone-Merena, Oil Painting

Opportunities to showcase your artistic creations in the public arena are arranged by our Art, Letters and Music Committees. You’ll have a chance to network with our creative members and expand your reach in the local community. You can participate in national webinars that offer valuable information and enter contests that interest and inspire you.

ABOUT NATIONAL LEAGUE OF AMERICAN PEN WOMEN

The Boca Raton Branch of the National League of American Pen Women is a prestigious organization of professional women in the Arts – Published Writers, Authors, Poets, Musical Composers and Award winning Artists.

NLAPW’s corporate headquarters is based in Washington, D.C. , where it oversees branches all over the United States. The League boasts membership of such prominent women as Eleanor Roosevelt, Erma Bombeck, and local well-known artist Edna Hibel. Vinnie Ream, the only woman to sculpt President Lincoln from life, was an early member of NLAPW. Her statue of Lincoln now stands in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda.

The Boca Raton branch is one of the largest in the country and will be celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2015. As a qualified member of Art, Letters or Music, each member is exposed to participation in Art Exhibits, Author Talks and various workshops. On the third Thursday of the month – from November to May – luncheons are held with interesting, informative and entertaining speakers featuring the three Muses ~ Art – Literature – Music!

For more information about Boca Raton Branch National League of American Pen Women please visit: